Fire Department Specific Channels
Beaufort County Fire
Beaufort, South Carolina
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope Only FD Admin and Ops 1 are encrypted
Technical Details P25 DES
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Mar 6, 2026 Low confidence
3 Total Talkgroups
1 Encrypted
2 Unencrypted
33% Encrypted
Radio System: Palmetto 800
View 1 talkgroup
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 614 | BPD Dispatch | Beaufort PD Dispatch | Encrypted |
What This Means
This agency encrypts specific talkgroups or channels. Some communications may still be monitored.
Impact on Transparency
- Journalists cannot monitor police activity for breaking news or investigative reporting
- Community members cannot track police response to incidents in their neighborhood
- Researchers cannot study police communication patterns and response times
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